Norwich City Women have left fans in shock after announcing the sacking of head coach Andy Cook just days after securing promotion to the third tier of the National League. The decision was made public on Tuesday, following the team's victory over Moneyfields at the Pirelli Stadium in Burton-on-Trent, which marked a significant achievement for the club. Superfan Nicole Nicholls expressed her surprise, stating that such decisions are part of football, but fans hope the club has a clear plan moving forward. Cook, who joined Norwich City in 2024 from Newcastle United Women, had been optimistic about the team's future after their promotion. He emphasized the need to prepare for the challenges of tier three, a sentiment echoed by Flo Allen, head of women's football at Norwich City. Allen described the decision to part ways with Cook as incredibly difficult, acknowledging his contributions to the club's success. As the club looks to appoint a new head coach, fans have taken to social media to voice their feelings of disbelief and concern over the decision. Some fans questioned the logic behind sacking a coach who achieved the club's objective of promotion, while others respected the club's choice to prioritize future progression. BBC Radio Norfolk's reporter Jack Maclean highlighted the unexpected nature of the decision, calling it a brave gamble that could shape the club's future in tier three.